Pageland, SC Mr. Frank Monroe Patterson, Jr., 66, of Pageland, SC went to be with his Lord on Thursday, July 28, 2016 while surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Frank Monroe Patterson, Jr. was born on November 27, 1949 in Fayetteville, NC to the late Frank Monroe Patterson, Sr. and Isabel Tillinghast Patterson. While attending college at Western Carolina, he met and married his wife of 45 years, Frances Bland. He was a member of Zion United Methodist Church where he served on various committees. He was also an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. Frank started his career in education as a teacher in 1971. During this time he also coached basketball and football affectionately becoming known as "Coach P". He then became Principal of the Junior High School in Pageland and later at Central High School where he led with both accountability and compassion. Mr. Patterson advanced to the District Office as the Assistant Superintendent of Operations, retiring after 40 years in education. Frank served on local and state committees during his tenure and played a vital role in shaping the lives of children in Chesterfield County. Mr. Patterson was highly regarded as a great educator and role model, impacting and influencing his students and colleagues. Frank was also a loving husband and dedicated father, instilling in his children the value of hard work and respect for others. An invaluable asset to his community, Mr. Patterson met no stranger and was gracious to each person he encountered. Known as "Big Frank" for his large personality and presence, Frank was a staple in the Pageland community and will surely be missed. Mr. Frank is survived by his Wife of 45 years, Frances Patterson, Sons, Frank Monroe Patterson III "Pat" (Fernanda) of Miami Beach, FL and Clint Patterson (Holly) of Fort Mill, SC and his Brother, Jack Patterson (Ann) of Greensboro, NC. The Celebration of Frank Patterson, Jr.'s Life will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Zion United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eight Ave. 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001 or Hospice of One's Choice Baumgartner Funeral Home of Pageland, SC (suttonfh@shtc.net) is handling the arrangements. Previous Events Service JUL 30. 3:00 PM (ET) Zion United Methodist Church 647 Zion Church Road Pageland, SC 29728 Loading map